We had this set shipped to a freight carrier to go overseas.  By the time it got to overseas, the box was falling apart but that could have been the freight company.  All pieces were still in the box and the pieces were not damaged so it appears it was packaged well.  I bought the red set and its beautiful.  The red really pops and the seating is quite comfortable.  Having said that, not sure how long this will last as it does feel like the materials are bit flimsy.  Either way, the cost is comparable to the quality. Happy enough with the purchase.